Senior Finance Assistant

Snatch.work; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing digital consultancy based in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Finance Assistant to support finance operations locally and internationally. The ideal candidate should be well-organized and experienced in managing accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and month-end support. A minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are required for this role. The position offers a dynamic work environment that fosters accountability and attention to detail. Deadline for application is January 11, 2026.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience as a Finance Assistant, Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, or similar.
• Strong working knowledge of cashbooks, AP / AR, GL reconciliations, and ledger posting.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and prepare payment runs.
• Issue accurate monthly client invoices and assist with credit control.
• Maintain and reconcile cashbooks and banking transactions.
• Allocate receipts and payments accurately to the General Ledger.
• Manage staff expenses and ensure adherence to policy.
• Support the month-end close, including GL reconciliations, accruals, and schedules.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

ICB Bookkeeping qualification, Diploma in Accounting / Finance, or similar

Tools

Xero

Job description

Job title: Senior Finance Assistant

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline: January 11, 2026

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• Our client is an established, growing UK-based digital consultancy that has recently expanded its footprint into South Africa, with a new office based in Century City, Cape Town. The company specialises in digital creation and design and supports well-known UK and South African brands.
• As the South African team grows, the business is looking for a Finance Assistant who can support the finance operations locally and internationally.
• The ideal candidate will be highly organised, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and confident in managing multiple financial processes, including accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, expense processing, and month‑end support.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and prepare payment runs.
• Issue accurate monthly client invoices and assist with credit control.
• Maintain and reconcile cashbooks and banking transactions.
• Allocate receipts and payments accurately to the General Ledger.
• Manage staff expenses and ensure adherence to policy.
• Support the month‑end close, including GL reconciliations, accruals, and schedules.

Qualifications & Experience

• ICB Bookkeeping qualification, Diploma in Accounting / Finance, or similar
• 5-8 years of experience as a Finance Assistant, Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, or similar.
• Strong working knowledge of cashbooks, AP / AR, GL reconciliations, and ledger posting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas required).
• Experience using Xero is advantageous but not essential.
• Clear communicator with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.